Agent Sabatino Durante expects AC Milan to clinch the signing of Santos star Angelo Gabriel.

Durante says key to the deal will be Milan director Ricky Massara.

He told TMW: "Angelo Gabriel is a left-footed playmaker, he plays better on the right because he sees the goal better. He is a young man with many qualities. If Massara stays at Milan, this boy can grow well.

"Massara made (Walter) Sabatini's fortune, he's one of the greatest.

"I don't think he can arrive in January, but I think they can sign him in June. He is a top-level player."